Na Kamalei: The Men of Hula (2006)

Beyond the stereotypes of “grass skirt girls,” Nā Kamalei: The Men of Hula explores a resurgence of men who dance hula. Winner of the 2008 Independent Lens Audience Award, the program follows legendary master hula teacher, Robert Cazimero, and Hālau Nā Kamalei, the only all-male hula school in Hawai’i, as they journey to compete at the world’s largest hula competition.

Featuring a post-film discussion with Kumu Pomaika’i Gaui, owner and lead instructor at Kēhaulani Hula Studio. Haviar Tuitama-Hafoka, co-founder, choreographer, and musician for Malialole. Aaran Afalava, instructor and choreographer for Feagaiga O Ali’i.

This livestream event is part of the Utah Pacific Island Film Series in celebration of the 9th Annual Utah Pacific Island Heritage Month, presented in partnership with Utah Film Center.

Directed by: Lisette Marie Flanary
Runtime: 57 Min
Year: 2006
Country: United States
Rated: Not Rated
Language: English
Film Type: Documentary